Ex-Gunner says club needs defensive reinforcements, not David Villa

Former Gunner Stewart Robson believes Arsene Wenger should focus on signing defensive players rather than David Villa.

The Gunners have been heavily linked with a move for the 31-year-old Barcelona striker, with the Spaniard’s future up in the air at present. One day, Villa has a price-tag on his head, reportedly £15 million, and the next Barcelona say he is not for sale.

But while many Gooners would like to see Villa come in before the transfer deadline tonight, Robson has urged Wenger to sign a defensive midfielder and a centre-back instead.